Area of Law: Landlord and Tenant
Answer # 452
Tenants' rights and responsibilities when moving out
Region: Ontario Answer # 452Unless the lease states otherwise, a tenant is generally required to leave the rented premises in the same condition as it was when they moved in minus reasonable wear-and-tear. If the tenant installs fixtures or furnishings that need to be removed at the end of the tenancy, the tenant is normally responsible for ensuring any damage due to installation or removal is repaired. If a tenant renovates a unit according to a requirement in the lease or with permission of the landlord, they will usually be able to leave the premises in the renovated condition, as long as there is no unreasonable damage to the property. However, fixtures installed by the tenant do become the property of the landlord.
If the tenant damages the property or leaves the premises in a way that causes the landlord a financial loss, or does not comply with the terms of the lease, the landlord may be able to sue the tenant.
For additional information on commercial tenancies, visit the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
Help for Tenants
A criminal record will affect your ability to be approved for a commercial lease. To erase your criminal record, learn more at Pardon Partners. It’s easier than you think.
If you are having financial problems, it may be difficult to rent an apartment or condominium. You can get help to clear your debt and repair your credit. For easy-to-understand debt solutions on your terms, contact our preferred experts 4Pillars and rebuild your financial future. With 60 locations across Canada, they will help you design a debt repayment plan and guide you with compassionate advice. No judgment. For help, visit 4Pillars or call toll-free 1-844-888-0442 .
If you are a Tenant, you can add your monthly rent payment to your credit report using FrontLobby. This can:
- Contribute to improving your credit score (Renters have reported 33pts to 84pts jumps)
- Help establish a positive credit history with a new rent tradeline
- Improve your access to credit related rewards (better bank loans, credit cards, mortgage rates)
Help for Landlords & Property Managers
For legal advice and assistance with a commercial tenancy and applications to the Landlord and Tenant Board, contact our preferred Landlord and Tenant experts Nicola (Nick) Giannantonio Legal Services .
If you are a Landlord or Property Manager, you can report rent payments to Credit Bureaus and screen Tenants using FrontLobby. This can:
- Attract financially responsible applicants interested in building credit with their rent
- Decrease rent delinquencies (Landlords have reported 92% reductions) and recover unpaid rent
- Reduce Tenant turnover and improve monthly cash flow
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